Go for small counties that do not have as much competition as the large ones. thats were I would start and thats where my Dad would buy 100 plus props a year at tax sale.Most of the online bids can be done from the comfort of your home and you are able to preset your max bid and the system can simultaneously bid for you on all properties across all counties at once, so that may only apply to in person auction.

However, the presence of personal items like clothes, a suitcase, and a pot on the stove inside the RV raised red flags.

If its a 2-4 unit you only need 15% down using a True Portfolio program and you have DSCR as a back up that uses the STR rents to qualify and avoid personal tax returns or income.  

You'll likely start to gravitate towards one type of investing based on your personality, then double down in that area. 

I am not affiliated with him or his company just a really great person!

Consider consulting with a real estate professional or financial advisor who can provide personalized guidance based on your specific situation and goals.

Hello,Have a more personal question.

I just talked with a Behr Rep and their new Dynasty line of exterior paint is expected to last 20 years, and that's in the desert..Personally after having been in the painting industry for over 40 years there is no paint that can be guaranteed to last 20 years. 

I'm assuming you met the contractor in person right? 

The plan was to do as much in-person networking as possible (via regional RE networking events).